100 Maryland places, attractions and landmarks

Brookside & McCrillis Gardens, Baltimore Sun

Located in Wheaton Regional Park, Brookside is a 50-acre public display garden. Areas include an aquatic garden, a butterfly garden, a children's garden, a Japanese-style garden and a fragrance garden. 1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton montgomeryparks.org/brookside

Located in the heart of Annapolis' historic district, City Dock features several 18th century buildings, restaurants, pubs and shops, as well as a waterfront view. Sightseeing cruises and water taxis are available. hometownannapolis.com

Located in the heart of Annapolis' historic district, City Dock features several 18th century buildings, restaurants, pubs and shops, as well as a waterfront view. Sightseeing cruises and water taxis are available. hometownannapolis.com (Algerina Perna, Baltimore Sun)

From the beaches of Ocean City in the east to the Appalachian Mountains in the west, from the rolling hills of My Lady's Manor (home to Maryland's steeplechase races) in the north to the tidewater marshlands of the Chesapeake Bay to the south -- Maryland has a little bit of everything.